Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3–Grade 3, AVANZA Program) - SY 2026-2027

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF AN ACCREDITED  PUBLIC CHARTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY IN WASHINGTON, DC

Job Opportunity: Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach (PK3–Grade 3, AVANZA Program) 

Location: Washington, DC (Brookland)
Department: Academics/Curriculum and Instruction
Application Deadline: Until filled
Expected Start Date of Position: August 2026
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with degree, certification and years of
experience

Reports to: Principal/Chief Academic Officer

Position Summary
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS seeks a dynamic Bilingual Immersion Instructional Coach to support the AVANZA dual-language program (PK3–Grade 3). This role ensures high-quality bilingual instruction aligned to Montessori principles, biliteracy development, and equitable outcomes for multilingual learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach teachers in bilingual/dual-language instructional practices and Montessori integration
• Support Spanish Language Arts and content instruction (including math in Spanish)
• Monitor student progress in both languages; support data analysis and targeted interventions
• Ensure alignment to Montessori standards and Common Core in both languages
• Collaborate with ELL and Special Education teams to support diverse learners
• Lead bilingual professional development and curriculum implementation
• Support family communication and engagement in both English and Spanish

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred
• Fluency in Spanish and English required
• Experience in dual-language/immersion programs required
• Montessori certification experience highly preferred
• 5+ years teaching experience; coaching experience preferred

Shared Expectations for All Instructional Coaches

• Serve on the Academic Leadership Team
• Coach 8–10 teachers per cycle using data-driven, research-based strategies
• Support professional development, teacher growth, and instructional excellence
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered school culture
• Uphold Montessori philosophy while ensuring compliance with DC and charter expectations